Shilpa Shirodkar made her big Bollywood debut in 1989 with Ramesh Sippy’s film Bhrashtachar. Following in her footsteps, her sister Namrata Shirodkar became a beloved actress of the 1990s. Crowned Miss India in 1993, Namrata made her mark with standout performances in films like Kachche Dhaage, Vaastav: The Reality, Pukar, Astitva, and the crossover hit Bride and Prejudice. However, she chose to step away from the limelight after marrying Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu, marking the end of an era in her acting career.
Shilpa stepped into the film industry ahead of her sister Namrata. In a past AMA with Rediff, Namrata shared insights about their close bond. When asked if she aspired to emulate Shilpa’s success, Namrata expressed uncertainty about whether she could match her sister’s remarkable talent.
Shilpa and Namrata emerged as leading actresses in the late ’90s, showcasing their impressive versatility. During the same interaction, Namrata addressed the topic of sibling rivalry, firmly denying any competition between them and emphasizing their strong friendship, stating that they are the best of friends.
Shilpa Shirodkar collaborated with some of the biggest stars in Hindi cinema, such as Amitabh Bachchan, Govinda, Sridevi, Suniel Shetty, and Shah Rukh Khan. Her filmography boasts notable titles like Trinetra, Hum, Khuda Gawah, Aankhen, Pehchaan, Gopi Kishan, Bewafa Sanam, Mrityudand, and Gaja Gamini. Remarkably, she chose to step back from acting at the height of her career after marrying UK-based merchant banker Apresh Ranjit.
